The federal government's move to send nearly 6,000 asylum seekers to NS is misguided and ignores our strategic plan of targeted immigration focused on workers in healthcare and the trades. I was disappointed today when the opposition blocked a motion condemning the federal government's plan to take advantage of the kindness and compassion of Nova Scotians. Our government has a responsible, strategic plan to attract the professionals, like doctors and nurses, that our province needs. The federal government's move will disrupt this balance.

Roughly 40 more people will be homeless by Sept. Many living there can’t afford rent elsewhere. This is the second rooming house closed in the past few months. We are losing too many SOR’s for low income people in HRM.